School Occupational Therapist - $50-61 per hour

AHS Staffing; Glen Ellyn (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

W-2 Employment

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401(k) with 4% Match

Licensure Support

On-site supervision

Job summary

AHS Staffing is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist for a 32-week assignment in the Glen Ellyn, IL area. This on-site role is for the 2026–2027 school year, with a 35-hour work week and a pay rate of $50–$61 per hour.

The position is elementary school–based, starting 10/12/2026 and ending 6/2/2027 unless emergency days are used, with potential for rehire based on performance.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Illinois OT license or eligibility for licensure.
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and consultative OT services to students.
• Evaluate students and develop therapy goals and interventions.
• Provide services per IEPs and support inclusion in the classroom.
• Assist fine motor, visual motor, sensory regulation, and functional skills.
• Participate in IEP meetings, evaluations, and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and related service providers.
• Complete required documentation and maintain therapy records.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensed or eligible for Illinois OT license

Job description

AHS Staffing is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 32 weeks
• 35 hours per week
• Shift: 7 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Full-Time School-Based Position

Glen Ellyn, IL | 2026–2027 School Year

Exciting Opportunity with PediaStaff: Full-Time School Occupational Therapist in the Glen Ellyn, IL area!

PediaStaff is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time school-based position in the Glen Ellyn, IL area. This is an elementary school assignment for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year, with the potential for rehire if it’s a great fit!

Position Details

• Location: Glen Ellyn, IL area
• Setting: Elementary School
• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
• Hours: 35 hours per week, 7 hours per day
• Start Date: October 12, 2026
• End Date: June 2, 2027, unless emergency days are used
• Pay: $50–$61 per hour
• In-Person Position
• Great district with potential for rehire

Role Overview

As a School Occupational Therapist, you’ll help elementary-aged students develop the functional, motor, sensory, and participation skills needed to succeed throughout their school day. You’ll work closely with teachers, families, and other members of the special education team to support students’ individualized needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services to students
• Evaluate students and develop appropriate therapy goals and interventions
• Provide services in accordance with students’ IEPs
• Support fine motor, visual motor, sensory regulation, self-care, and functional school skills
• Participate in IEP meetings, evaluations, and progress monitoring
• Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, families, and other related service providers
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate therapy records

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
• Current Illinois Occupational Therapist license or eligibility for licensure
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Why Work with PediaStaff?

• Weekly Pay: Direct deposit every Friday
• W-2 Employment
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits: Available for employees working 30+ hours per week
• Seamless Summer Benefits: Maintain coverage when returning for the following school year
• 401(k) with 4% Match: Immediately vested
• Credentialing & Licensure Support
• Dedicated Recruiting and Clinical Support
• Work on-site with support from school-based supervisors and staff

About PediaStaff

PediaStaff is a trusted leader in pediatric and educational staffing, connecting therapists and other professionals with rewarding school-based opportunities. As a PediaStaff W-2 employee, you’ll receive ongoing support throughout your assignment while working directly on-site with your school team.